Empyema as a noun is a collection of pus within a naturally existing anatomical cavity (as opposed to an abscess, which occurs in a newly formed cavity). while Emphysema as a noun is an abnormal accumulation of air in tissues , especially the lungs. pulmonary emphysema is a chronic lung disease, characterised by an abnormal increase in the size of the air spaces, resulting in laboured breathing and caused by exposure to toxic chemicals such as tobacco smoke.
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A collection of pus within a naturally existing anatomical cavity (as opposed to an abscess, which occurs in a newly formed cavity).
Part of speech: noun
Definition: An abnormal accumulation of air in tissues , especially the lungs. Pulmonary emphysema is a chronic lung disease, characterised by an abnormal increase in the size of the air spaces, resulting in laboured breathing and caused by exposure to toxic chemicals such as tobacco smoke.
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